count against (one)

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count against (one)

1. To view one negatively because of something they have done. In this usage, a noun or pronoun is usually used between "count" and "against." Aunt Jane was pretty cold to me today—I think she still counts my criticism of her driving against me.

2. To be a detriment or liability to one. Her youthful exuberance counted against her when she spoke out of turn at the meeting.Your prior infractions will certainly count against you during your sentencing.

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